• 1 litre white vinegar (5% acidity)
• 1 cup table salt
• 1 tablespoon liquid dish soap

Step 1 – Dissolve the Salt

Pour the vinegar into a bucket or large jug.

Add the salt and stir until completely dissolved.

Step 2 – Add the Soap

Stir in the dish soap gently.

Avoid creating too many bubbles.

Step 3 – Transfer to a Spray Bottle

Pour the mixture into a clean garden sprayer or spray bottle.

Label it clearly and keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Step 4 – Choose the Right Day

Apply on a warm, dry, sunny day.

Avoid spraying if rain is expected within 24 hours.

Step 5 – Spray the Weeds

Spray directly onto the weed leaves until they are well coated.

Avoid spraying nearby flowers, vegetables, or lawn grass, as the mixture can damage any plant it touches.

Step 6 – Monitor the Results

Small annual weeds may begin to wilt within 24–48 hours.

Larger or deep-rooted weeds often require repeated treatments or manual removal.

Best Uses

This mixture works best for:

• Weeds growing between paving stones.
• Driveway cracks.
• Gravel paths.
• Sidewalk edges.

It is not recommended for garden beds where you plan to grow flowers or vegetables because salt can remain in the soil.

Tips for Long-Term Weed Control

For better long-term results:

• Pull weeds out by the roots.
• Remove weeds before they produce seeds.
• Fill cracks with sand or polymeric sand to reduce regrowth.
• Apply mulch in garden beds to suppress new weeds.

Important Note

No homemade weed killer can guarantee that weeds will never grow again. Many perennial weeds regrow from roots or underground stems. While vinegar-based sprays may control young weeds, they often require repeat applications and are generally less effective on established weeds. Always avoid spraying desirable plants and use salt-based mixtures sparingly to minimise long-term damage to the soil.